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Ladies in Michael Jackson's Life

Ladies in Michael Jackson's Life

ESSENCE.COMJul, 14, 2009

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Family Bond

Whether faithful family or famous friends, the women in Michael Jackson’s circle are always right by his side. Take for instance sisters LaToya and Janet, who have been two of MJ’s biggest supporters, especially during his 2005 trial.

Sisters LaToya and Janet have always been vocal and supportive during his legal troubles.

Jackson is escorted by Diana Ross and Elizabeth Taylor during Liza Minnelli’s wedding in 2002. “I don’t think anyone knew how much we loved each other,” Taylor said in statement after his death. “The purest, most giving love I’ve ever known.”

Sheryl Crow rocks out with Jackson during the BAD Tour. “I can’t speak highly enough about what I got to witness every single night for nearly two years,” Crow told MTV News of her time as a backup singer for the King of Pop.

Michael Jackson was always trying to top himself when it came to his videos. The clip for “Remember the Time” featured a cast that included Eddie Murphy, Magic Johnson and the gorgeous Iman, who helped take the video to the next level.

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Model Behavior

Naomi Campbell and the star get close during his video for “Keep It in the Closet.”

Jackson and longtime close friend Liza Minnelli share camera time at her 2002 wedding. “He was also one of the greatest entertainers that ever lived, Minnelli told ET Onine of the icon who was a member of her wedding party. “I loved him very much and I will miss him every remaining day of my life.”

We held back tears as Janet gave a heartfelt speech about the loss of her brother at last month’s BET Awards. “To you, Michael is an icon,” she said to the crowd of inspired artists and fans. “To us, Michael is family and he will forever live in our hearts.”